Expand+Back To Education Initiative (BTEI)

The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Pro...

Hide-Back To Education Initiative (BTEI)

The BTEI provides part-time Further Education programmes for young people and adults. It aims to give participants an opportunity to combine a return to learning with family, work and other responsibilities. Programmes are offered in partnership with a number of agencies throughout the country on a flexible part-time basis. Classes are offered throughout the year in the morning, afternoons, evenings or weekends. Courses lead to a range of accreditation at levels 1-6 on the NFQ.

Expand+This part time Sport & Fitness course over 2 years is FREE to anyone in receipt of social welfare payments and to medical card holders and offers the chance to pursue a career in the sport & fitness industry.

The course is split into 2 groups Fitn...

Hide-This part time Sport & Fitness course over 2 years is FREE to anyone in receipt of social welfare payments and to medical card holders and offers the chance to pursue a career in the sport & fitness industry.

The course is split into 2 groups Fitness and Sport with an emphasis placed on gaining a fitness qualification and various coaching awards respectively. There are also several theory based modules which require students to gain a deeper understanding of the various elements in the sport & fitness industry. These elements combined provide students with further education and workplace opportunities. If students successfully complete the 2 years they will also receive the FETAC level 5 award in sport and recreation.

Course Modules:

Sport Group
Exercise & Fitness
Nutrition
Sport & Recreation Studies
Communications

Fitness Group
Anatomy & Physiology
Leisure Facility Operations
Work Experience
Leisure Facility Administration
ITEC Diploma in Gym Instruction

How do I get in?
This course is aimed at those in receipt of a social welfare payment. Prior interest or experience in sport or fitness is essential, a leaving certificate or equivalent qualification would be an advantage but is not essential.

Students will also be required to carry out a formal interview with the course co-ordinator.

2 years part time.

What do I get out of it?
QQI/FETAC level 5 award in Sport & Recreation studies – 5M5146.
ITEC Diploma in Gym Instruction

Where can I go from here?
Progression to further or third level education
Progression to our advanced soccer career and development course
Employment in the sport & fitness industry